Compliance Specialist II

Job Description The Privacy Specialist will be an integral part of the Compliance department, supporting the implementation of the Compliance program primarily by conducting privacy investigations, providing guidance on HIPAA/privacy matters and educating team members throughout the organization on HIPAA and privacy matters. Responsibilities: The Privacy Specialist will investigate reports of unauthorized access, use and/or disclosures of PHI, by reviewing audits of access in medical records, conducting interviews and gathering all pertinent information related to the case. The Privacy Specialist will write summaries of investigations, analyzing the facts and evidence and making consistent recommendations of disciplinary actions; will notify patients of privacy breaches in a timely manner; and maintain documentation of the investigations and patient notifications. The Privacy Specialist will provide guidance for HIPAA/privacy inquiries. In addition, the Privacy Specialist will conduct HIPAA training sessions to educate team members throughout the organization. This position requires the candidate to manage multiple cases at one time. The employee must be a self-starter with a positive attitude and have the ability to work independently as well as part of the team. This position requires extensive written and verbal communication with all departments in the organization and individuals both in and outside of the organization. Qualifications Education: Associates Degree Required, Bachelor's Degree preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience performing privacy investigations Strong understanding of HIPAA and privacy laws Desired skills: Advanced computer skills, including MS Office Suite Professional certification in healthcare compliance (e.g., CHPC, CHC) is a plus About Us ABOUT US At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ Atlantic Home Care and Hospice Atlantic Mobile Health Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades: 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) One of the 100 Best Workplaces for "Millennials" Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets NJ Sustainable Business EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. About the Team Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.

Created: 2024-10-21